Himeji Castle (Hyogo)

Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji
is made up of 83 buildings.
The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems.
It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" starring Sean Connery.
Himeji Castle, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan; +81 79 221 2111